CONFIDENTIAL RECRUITMENT
📍 Alaska-based Nonprofit (Remote, Alaska Preferred)
💼 Position: Finance Manager
💰 Salary: $80,000+ DOE | Full-Time | Exempt | Remote with Alaska travel

A mission-driven Alaska-based nonprofit organization is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Finance Manager to oversee its financial operations, grant management, and compliance functions. This is a confidential search managed through an external recruiter.

About the Role

The Finance Manager is responsible for managing day-to-day financial transactions, monthly and annual reporting, budgeting, audit coordination, and grant fund tracking for a complex, multi-funded nonprofit. This includes managing payroll, indirect cost proposals, state and federal grant compliance, and benefits administration. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who thrives in a remote setting and is comfortable working closely with both executive leadership and community-based program teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger, reconcile accounts, and prepare financial statements

• Oversee grant fund management, budgeting, and reporting (state, federal, and foundation grants)

• Prepare and submit tax filings and indirect cost proposals

• Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary contact for auditors

• Manage payroll systems and employee benefits, including retirement and insurance

• Track and monitor cash flow, expenditures, and reimbursements across multiple programs

• Provide financial reports and updates to the Executive Director and Finance Committee

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)

• Minimum 3 years of nonprofit finance experience

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit cost accounting

• Proficient in QuickBooks Online, Excel, Google Sheets

• Experience managing federal grants (e.g., 2 CFR Part 200 compliance)

• Excellent organizational and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and remotely

Additional Notes

• Occasional multi-day travel to rural Alaska (via boat or small aircraft) may be required

• Benefits include paid leave, holidays, HSA support, and professional autonomy

How to Apply

This search is being conducted confidentially. Please email a cover letter, résumé, and three references to:

Loren Peterson
Executive Recruitment Consultant
📧 loren.peterson77@gmail.com

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.